| |
Bush 41's legacy includes decisive military action
12/1/2018
by Jim Garamone,
Department of Defense Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- His background was a little different than most who join the military at the age of 18, but his warmth, love of country and drive to serve made him a leader respected up and down his chains of command.
Service members who worked with former President George H.W. Bush, first as Ronald Reagan's vice president and, later, during his presidential term, spoke of the way he remembered their names and would ask about their families. They were loyal to him and he was loyal right back.
Bush himself said it best in his inaugural address on Jan. 20, 1989: “We are not the sum of our possessions. They are not the measure of our lives. In our hearts we know what matters. We cannot hope only to leave our children a bigger car, a bigger bank account. We must hope to give them a sense of what it means to be a loyal friend, a loving parent, a citizen who leaves his home, his neighborhood and town better than he found it.
“What do we want the men and women who work with us to say when we are no longer there? That we were more driven to succeed than anyone around us? Or that we stopped to ask if a sick child had gotten better, and stayed a moment there to trade a word of friendship?”
Bush, who died Nov. 30 at age 94, was born June 12, 1924, in Milton, Massachusetts. He graduated from Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, on his 18th birthday in 1942 and immediately joined the Navy. With World War II raging, Bush earned his wings in June 1943. He was the youngest pilot in the Navy at that time.
Read More...
NAVFAC EXWC 2019 Civilian Engineer of the Year
11/28/2018
by Sarah MacMillan
PORT HUENEME, Calif. (NNS) -- Naval Facilities (NAVFAC) Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Command (EXWC) has announced its selection for the 2019 Civilian Engineer of the Year Award.
Tami Relph, environmental sustainability lead at NAVFAC EXWC, was selected as Civilian Engineer of the Year for her leadership capabilities and dedication to the U.S. Navy’s Environmental Security Program and the NAVFAC enterprise.
“This award recognizes a talented and dedicated engineer who has provided significant contributions to the environmental security program through professional excellence and dedication to service,” said Captain Michael Saum, EXWC commanding officer.
Award recipients were evaluated in the areas of engineering achievements, civic and humanitarian activities, professional registration, continuing education, and professional and technical society involvement.
“It is an honor and a privilege to be named NAVFAC EXWC’s Civilian Engineer of the Year,” said Relph. “The Navy has provided countless opportunities that have enabled the development of my professional skillset, which has largely attributed to my success.”
New Surface Warfare Watchstander Proficiency Requirements
11/28/2018
From Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs
CORONADO (NNS) -- Vice Adm. Rich Brown, commander, Naval Surface Force (CNSF), approved the new Surface Warfare Watchstander Proficiency Requirements Instruction, Nov. 13.
The purpose of the instruction is to establish minimum requirements for individuals to maintain proficiency in the tactical action officer (TAO), officer of the deck (OOD), combat information center watch officer (CICWO), engineering officer of the watch (EOOW), junior officer of the deck (JOOD), conning officer (CONN), and combat systems officer of the watch (CSOOW) watchstations.
The instruction, which is effective immediately, meets requirements set out in the U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF) Comprehensive Review...read more
Military couple assignment policy: 5 things to know
The Navy realizes how important families are, and when they're not whole it can add stress to a Sailor's life. Collocation of dual-military couples is part of supporting families. It is a priority, along with balancing fleet readiness. The revised policy updates the collocation and distribution procedures and makes orders negotiation less cumbersome........ read more
Navy Pregnancy and Parenthood mobile app available
"Pregnancy and parenthood can be compatible with a successful military career when Service members and the Command both understand their roles and responsibilities, said Capt. Candace Eckert, director of N1 Diversity. "This app makes that task easier by identifying regulations, instructions and references from a wide variety of sources and offering them in one easy-to-use app. The app includes information regarding assignments, retention, separation, standards of conduct and much more." ......read more
Separation policy
To protect Sailors and Marines suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI) or any other diagnosed mental health condition, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus has made his department the first in the military to assure such conditions are considered before separating a service member. ......read more
|
 COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN
Last day to pledge
Jan. 11, 2019
 How do you donate? Read the FAQs
Then choose a charity and Show Some Love!
YOUR MONEY
Military pay tables 2019
Military pay tables 2018
BAH rates 2019
BAH Calculator
MORE NEWS STORIES
Bush 41's legacy includes decisive military action
USS John S. McCain leaves dry dock
CNSF signs new Surface Warfare Watchstander Proficiency Requirements Instruction
Quick reminders to keep you, your DoD info cybersecure
Sailors encouraged to participate in 2018 Workplace and Gender Relations Survey
DoD observes Hispanic Heritage Month
GI Film Festival San Diego Sept 25-30: Catch a film, be inspired
Navy announces FY-19 GMT requirements
15th MCPON pinned aboard USS Constitution
Director Expeditionary Warfare visits San Diego
Top Gun turns to NPS Executive Education to prep for major expansion
President Trump signs Fiscal 2019 Defense Authorization Act
CNRSW selects Seal Beach Fire Department to roll out anti-cancer program
Anchor your maritime career with Navy COOL
SPAWAR implements new policy to modernize engineering systems
Tuition Assistance increase accelerates Sailor college degrees
Navy reestablishes Sailor Early Return-to-Sea policy
DoD partners With LinkedIn, offers military spouses free membership
Essex ARG, 13th MEU complete COMPTUEX
Command changes: FLEASWTRACEN; CSG1, USS Carl Vinson
President Trump awards Medal of Honor to retired Navy SEAL for heroic actions in Afghanistan
USS Bonhomme Richard changing homeport back to San Diego
PACFLT 2017 Sea and Shore Sailor of the Year announced
Navy Medicine continues to expand and strengthen partnerships
USS Annapolis arrives at new homeport San Diego
SPAWAR 'American Sailors' earn recognition
The future USS Portland arrives in San Diego
Omaha completes maiden voyage, arrives in San Diego
HSM-78 command change
CNAF: Miller relieves Shoemaker, becomes Navy's 8th 'Air Boss'
Trump signs order to improve mental health resources for transitioning veterans
Self service updates for emergency contacts
Navy develops 'smart' artificial limbs
CNIC encourages personnel, families to prepare for emergencies
NAVY 311 answers the call
Navy tests new unmanned mine-detection system
NAVSUP GLS commander speaks at street dedication ceremony for Chula Vista fallen veterans
Navy boosts effort to prevent family violence
Off-road, expeditionary all-terrain vehicles on their way to infantry Marines
Navy establishes four new ratings
College in your future? Testing options expanded for SAT, ACT
Powerful pitches: Sailors share ideas to improve Navy during S&T Challenge
Carter announces Operation Inherent Resolve campaign medal
Military Couple Assignment Policy - 5 things you need to know
Navy updates PFA rules
Face time: ONR-sponsored tech reads faces for autism symptoms
Navy Digital Library expands its reach!
Worn-out warriors? ONR looks at importance of sleep to warfighters
Powerful patents: Navy outranks all government agencies in yearly report
Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center established at Naval Base San Diego
5 things to know about flat rate per diem
DoD child care website to ease moving transitions
New study will help researchers change face of military training
NCPACE: (Nearly) free college degree possible
5 things Sailors need to know about social media, phishing, security
We're in this together: One suicide is 1 too many
Future of 3D printing in the Navy explored
Navy continues effort to combat hazing
Navy Library looks to future-proof unique historical documents
The Sullivans: Five brothers lost in one day remembered forever
Four things you need to know about same-sex spouse benefits
CSADD encourages family planning during Navy career
Historic trail takes horseback riders through Pendleton hills
|
National military news
NEX gives back to students with its A-OK Student Reward Program
12/3/2018
by Kristine M. Sturkie, Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs
Virginia Beach, VA (NNS) -- The Navy Exchange Service Command’s (NEXCOM) A-OK Student Reward Program offers all qualified students to participate in a quarterly drawing for monetary awards of $2,500, $1,500, $1,000 or $500 for a total of $5,500 per quarter. The next drawing will be at the end of December 2018.
Any eligible full-time student that has a B-grade point average equivalent or better, as determined by their school system, may enter the drawing. Homeschooled students can also qualify with acknowledgement that the student has a “B” average or equivalent record of accomplishment.
Eligible students include dependent children of active duty members, reservists and military retirees as well as U.S. civilian Department of Defense employees stationed outside the continental United States and U.S. civilian employees of firms under contract to the Department of Defense outside the continental United States. Students must be enrolled in 1st through 12th grade. Dependent children without an individual Dependent Identification Card must be accompanied by their sponsor to submit their entry. Each student may enter only once each grading period and must re-enter with each qualifying report card.
To enter the drawing, stop by any NEX with a current report card or progress report and have a NEX associate verify the eligibility. Then fill out an entry card and obtain an A-OK ID which entitles the student to discount coupons for NEX products and services.
NEXCOM has been offering students a chance to help pay for college through its A-OK Student Reward Program since 1997. Since the program’s inception, NEXCOM has awarded $$738,500 in savings bonds and monetary awards to students with the help of its generous vendor partners.
Family PCS travel flexibility
expanded
Fall 2018
From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Navy has expanded the eligible categories for advanced dependent travel (ADT) and delayed dependent travel (DDT), personnel officials announced in September.
For permanent change of station (PCS) moves within the 50 states, the policy allows for dependent travel of up to six months before or after the sponsoring Sailor’s PCS move in the following situations: spousal employment or education, dependents in elementary or secondary school (K-12), dependent enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program, or caring for an immediate family member with a chronic or long-term illness. The previous approved policy that allowed DDT for the length of the school year is unchanged by this expansion.
For moves from the 50 states to overseas locations, only DDT will be authorized. For moves from overseas locations to the 50 states, only ADT will be authorized.
Sailors will only receive one housing allowance, either for their location or their dependent’s location, under delayed or advance travel. Sailors or dependents may be assigned government quarters if available, but may not displace a member or dependent in government housing.
Requests for DDT or ADT must be submitted to Navy Personnel Command (PERS-451).
For information and answers to questions on this policy, email NXAG_N130C@navy.mil.
SoCal military news
Future USS Michael Monsoor heading for San Diego commissioning
11/29/2018
From PCU Michael Monsoor Public Affairs
GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (NNS) -- The future USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001), the second Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyer, departed Naval Station Guantanamo Bay after completing a port visit Nov. 19-21.
“I have been coming to Naval Base Guantanamo for nearly three decades and I've always been impressed with the level of commitment and service of the Sailors, Marines, Soldiers, Airmen, and Guardsmen here,” said Capt. Scott Smith, commanding officer of Michael Monsoor. “It's only in later years that I've come to appreciate the logistical and strategic importance of our oldest overseas base. This is a maritime forward operating location that serves the joint force and partner nations well and I am pleased that we could be part of its rich history.”
While inport, Michael Monsoor utilized the base’s gun range by holding an M500 gunshoot, took advantage of the many Morale, Welfare, and Recreation facilities, and facilitated key leader engagement by providing tours for area leadership. Capt. John Fischer, Commander, Naval Station Guantanamo Bay and Command Master Chief Nicholas Messina, Naval Station Guantanamo Bay visited the ship while pierside and joined Capt. Smith and Michael Monsoor’s Command Master Chief, Master Chief Petty Officer Patrick A. Tummins, on air at American Forces Network (AFN) Guantanamo Bay, the radio station on base, the following day.
The ship is named for Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor. Monsoor was a Navy SEAL who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in Ramadi, Iraq, Sept. 29, 2006, when, to save the lives of those around him, he threw himself onto a grenade that had been lobbed onto the rooftop where he was positioned.
The Zumwalt-class features a state-of-the-art electric propulsion system, a wave-piercing tumblehome hull, stealth design and the latest war fighting technology and weaponry available.
Michael Monsoor is currently transiting to San Diego, and, upon arrival, will begin a combat availability and then undergo a combat test period. The ship is scheduled to be commissioned into the Navy Jan. 26, 2019, in Coronado, Calif.
United Through Reading®
Deploying? Service members invited to record stories for family at San Diego USO
United Through Reading® is a program helping ease the stress of separation for military families by having deploying or deployed service members read children’s books aloud via DVD for their family to watch at home. This powerful program is available to all military units. It provides service members a chance to make lasting connections from afar. The DVD recording and the book are mailed to the child and family back home.
Service members who are leaving for training can also take part in this program. Being a parent is not required; service members can send the DVD & book(s) to any special child in their life such as younger sister or brother, niece, nephew or godchild.
On the day of the recording, service members are encouraged to dress in the attire they will be wearing while deployed/training, but this is not required. The room is private, so any special message, or those fun reading voices, will only be heard by the recipient of the DVD recording. USO San Diego has books available, or service members can bring their own. Our volunteers will help set up the camera and then leave the room. The DVD can hold a 30 minute recording.
Please e-mail USO San Diego Staff Member Nichole Duarte at utr@usosandiego.org to make your appointment. This program is offered at both USO San Diego centers.
|
 |
|
